Hydro Technician I

Forum Energy Technologies; Guthrie (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Forum Energy Technologies in Oklahoma is seeking an inspection/testing technician responsible for hydrostatic and air tests per code and customer specs. The role involves preparing vessels, GPUs, line heaters, and spools for testing, aligning with Forum procedures and safety policies.

You will work with piping knowledge, use pipe wrenches and impact wrenches, determine test pressures from drawings, and ensure proper sealing, venting, and safe completion of tests in a production environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 6 months inspection/testing experience preferred.
• Experience with hydrostatic and air testing per applicable codes.
• Ability to work safely with high-pressure systems.
• Knowledge of piping and fittings is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vessels, GPUs, line heaters, and spools for hydrostatic and air testing.
• Determine correct test pressure from drawings/work tickets.
• Operate fill and high-pressure pumps and monitor gauges.
• Recycle water and dry vessels after testing.
• Follow Forum SOP, JSEA, and quality requirements.
• Ensure proper sealing surfaces, gaskets, and correct connections.

Skills

Piping knowledge

Pipe wrenches

Safety awareness

Pressure testing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Impact wrenches

Job description

Summary

Perform any required hydrostatic and air tests per code specifications as well as customer requirements. Following current SOP procedure and Safety JSEA and test end inspection policies.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• It is the responsibility of this position to prepare vessels, GPUs, line heaters, spools, etc. for hydrostatic and sometimes air testing, per the latest Forum Hydro test procedure/code/customer specification to determine leaks.
• Have a working knowledge of piping.
• Be able to determine from the drawing/work ticket proper test pressure and choose the correct test gauge.
• Recycle water to storage tank after hydro-test and dry vessels.
• Perform task within the time allocated in the production schedule and in accordance with Forum US, Inc. Quality requirements.
• Tap all screwed connection prior to plugging.
• Clean all sealing surfaces of flanges or closures.
• Tape and apply never seize to all screw connections.
• Get proper gasket for each size and grade of flange.
• Tighten all screwed plugs and blind properly.
• Install proper fill line and vents on vessel.
• Install proper test gauge (per test pressure).
• Operate fill and high pressure pumps.
• Bring vessel safely up to test pressure testing.
• Drain water to storage tank and dry vessel.
• Perform the above as well for low pressure air test.
• Any other activity required by supervisor.

Skills / Knowledge

• This position requires working knowledge of piping. Being able to use 24, 36, and 48 inch pipe wrenches as well as impact wrenches.
• Be alert to the dangers of dealing with pressures involved in testing.
• Have safe work habits.
• Be capable of identifying different pipe fittings.
• Capable of filling vessel safely to vent out air in hydro.

Education

• High school graduate or GED.

Experience

• 6 month Inspection/testing experience preferred.

This is a safety sensitive position.

About FET

FET (Forum Energy Technologies, Inc.) is a global company, serving the crude oil, natural gas, and renewable energy industries. FET is headquartered in Houston, TX with quality manufacturing, efficient distribution, and service facilities conveniently located to support the major energy-producing regions of the world. Forum’s products and services range from the underwater reservoir to the refinery, from the sea floor to the above ground transportation line. We pride ourselves on giving you a comprehensive offering of solutions to maximize your operations and improve your bottom line. Our customers are our partners and we work with them to solve their ever-changing challenges.

FET is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FET does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions and practices at FET are subject to the foregoing non-discrimination provisions and are based solely on merit, competence, performance, and business needs at the time.

FET participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. FET participa en E-Verify y proporcionará al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar en los EE.UU.

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